ANTMINER S3+ Discussion and Support Thread

[Duce]

I got an issue with one of my S3s. It does not hash at all. I can connect to it no problem. This one appears to have an issue where the unit does not hash at all. All the settings are identical to the other ones (minus the IP addresses which are statically assigned. I can connect to it from within my lan to get to the web interface. cgminer appears to be running but not hashing. Anyone run into this? It seems like it would be a quick fix. Thanks

Did you open it up and check the cables from the blades to the controller? You could try to reseat the cables as well. If that does not fix it the next step would be to swap out controllers to determine if it is the blade/s or controller. I did not cover the power supply verification as I am sure you have already been down that road. Please let us know what you find.

[9600]

So. This is a thing. Anyone know where I can source those 477 6.3V caps?
Funny thing is, the miner still hashes over 400GH

Try this http://uk.farnell.com/avx/tajd477k006rnj/cap-tant-470uf-6-3v-case-d/dp/1135049
Min order qty is 1.

I am certain these units are the same, but can I get a second confirmation from another member?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/KEMET-SURFACE-MOUNT-TANTALUM-CAPACITOR-T491D477K006AT-470uf-6-3V-D-CASE-RoHS-10P-/190750764760?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c69a1aed8

Just received a reply from BMT suggesting that I re-solder the cap back in place. I know NOTHING about the internal structure of an SMD, is it okay to use one with such damaged packaging?

[faetos]

I can't get back to the antminer s3 interface!  I got one of my miners up and hashing because i set it to run on dhcp. So when i plugged it into my netgear switch it started hashing on btcguild like i set up, but i cant get back to its interface either.

I had to configure my ip address bc im on a 10.8.xxx.xxx ip.  When i changed the static address to match my network i can not connect back to make changes in the interface on the first miner i set up. I have not been able to log the cg mining interface back through my web browser to make any changes, point my miner in the direction of my pool, etc.  PLEASE HELP

There is a small reset on on the front of the S3.  Use a paper clip and hold it for 5 secs or so.  That should reset the device back to factory settings and you can then log in @ 192.168.1.99

I thought that would work and tried it but not having any luck.  Still not pulling u the login in the browser. What else could I try?

Make sure you restart/reboot the miner.  Also restart computer and router.

Nothing.  I emailed Bitmain with a screen shot of what I set up so maybe that will help.  Luckily i took a pic with my phone. Im sure it is really easy, and it would be but im setting this up at work (free power) with the different 10.x.xxx.xxx address which has complicated it for me. Now i cant get back into settings, ughhh

People will be less likely to help if they know that you aren't paying for your own power. Many of us have high electric cost.

FYI for those ppl using miners at work. I work in security and most security products are coming out with signatures looking for mining traffic. Most haven't zeroed in on tcp+stratum protocol and just look for http/https traffic heading to probably known sites, but it won't be long before they start looking for that as well since the specs are published. Just be careful and if you don't have explicit permission to use the device at your place of work then take it home.

[Snoop Dogg]

need opinion diff always increase as fast right now . now worth or not if i buy equipment mining ?
or to late to mining ?
anyone have opinion.

[visdude]

I'm running 4 S3s at stock frequency on a single Enermax MAXREVO 1500W.

They all are hashing at 440-445.

Temp are between 43-46C.
 
They are drawing 1402W at the wall, so there isn't much head room.

It's not too bad though.  Your overall loading is around 84%.  As long as your cables do not get hot, it should be fine.  It's always best to monitor them for a couple of days before deciding to leave them unattended.

[visdude]

My CX600 cables got warm too when I tried to put a 250mhz S3 on it. I went back to the CX500 as the cables are much better quality.

One of my units will only hash at 440 which is fine.
The other is OC'ed to 250mhz hashing at 500GH/s for a few days now, without issue,  on the CX500 with only 2 cables.

Thanks for posting it again.  I couldn't find your earlier post on the same subject.

How are the PCIe harnesses on the CX500 with the 250mHz OC?  Do they get hot?   What's the draw at the wall?

[allcoinminer]

I have a Corsair 1200W Power supply. I used to load below 1000W on +12V rails.
Recently I noticed that one of the PCI-E power supply cable overheat a lot than all the other 5 PCI-E power cables.
I tried removing all other loads and justed tried with this overheating cable for various loads in this PSU.
Did what ever swapping and switchings I could do and found it as a cable problem.
I thoroughly inspected this faulty cable for any physical damages but couldn't find any.
This cable is only started using 2 months ago and its overheating from the first moment itself.
I suspect it as a clear case for warranty claim, looking for comments regarding this or your experience if any.
Update:
My PSU is Corsair AX1200 Modular.
http://www.corsair.com/en/professional-series-gold-ax1200-80-plus-gold-certified-fully-modular-power-supply

[hurricandave]

I have a Corsair 1200W Power supply. I used to load below 1000W on +12V rails.
Recently I noticed that one of the PCI-E power supply cable overheat a lot than all the other 5 PCI-E power cables.
I tried removing all other loads and justed tried with this overheating cable for various loads in this PSU.
Did what ever swapping and switchings I could do and found it as a cable problem.
I thoroughly inspected this faulty cable for any physical damages but couldn't find any.
This cable is only started using 2 months ago and its overheating from the first moment itself.
I suspect it as a clear case for warranty claim, looking for comments regarding this or your experience if any.

Use a multi meter and check it for high resistance.

edit- If its a modular cable that is.

[allcoinminer]

I have a Corsair 1200W Power supply. I used to load below 1000W on +12V rails.
Recently I noticed that one of the PCI-E power supply cable overheat a lot than all the other 5 PCI-E power cables.
I tried removing all other loads and justed tried with this overheating cable for various loads in this PSU.
Did what ever swapping and switchings I could do and found it as a cable problem.
I thoroughly inspected this faulty cable for any physical damages but couldn't find any.
This cable is only started using 2 months ago and its overheating from the first moment itself.
I suspect it as a clear case for warranty claim, looking for comments regarding this or your experience if any.

Use a multi meter and check it for high resistance.

edit- If its a modular cable that is.

Yes its the modular Corsair AX 1200.
THis is the link to my PSU http://www.corsair.com/en/professional-series-gold-ax1200-80-plus-gold-certified-fully-modular-power-supply

[9600]

I have a Corsair 1200W Power supply. I used to load below 1000W on +12V rails.
Recently I noticed that one of the PCI-E power supply cable overheat a lot than all the other 5 PCI-E power cables.
I tried removing all other loads and justed tried with this overheating cable for various loads in this PSU.
Did what ever swapping and switchings I could do and found it as a cable problem.
I thoroughly inspected this faulty cable for any physical damages but couldn't find any.
This cable is only started using 2 months ago and its overheating from the first moment itself.
I suspect it as a clear case for warranty claim, looking for comments regarding this or your experience if any.

Use a multi meter and check it for high resistance.

edit- If its a modular cable that is.

What kind of overheating are you seeing? Exactly how hot is it getting?
If its only getting warm to the touch then I wouldn't worry too much.
If your PSU has split rails you probably just have one that's loaded down close to max or that particular cable has different gauge wire.

This is why I always cut and splice all of the connectors from any ATX or server PSU for my miners.
Get rid of what I don't need, weed out the low gauge wire, keep what I want. Helps with multiple 12+ rails as you can more easily load balance between them when you're literally picking which wires you want.

I know it seems like a pain in the ass, but I feel like most of you miners should have the electrical competency to cut, splice and test a 12+ power source.

[oskuro]

Do you know how long takes EMS delivery to arrive Europe?

2014-07-31  19:23:00                         Posting 
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[Lowell904]

My CX600 cables got warm too when I tried to put a 250mhz S3 on it. I went back to the CX500 as the cables are much better quality.

One of my units will only hash at 440 which is fine.
The other is OC'ed to 250mhz hashing at 500GH/s for a few days now, without issue,  on the CX500 with only 2 cables.

Thanks for posting it again.  I couldn't find your earlier post on the same subject.

How are the PCIe harnesses on the CX500 with the 250mHz OC?  Do they get hot?   What's the draw at the wall?

450 watts at the wall. The cables stay cool to the touch, to slightly warm, on the non-modualar CX500.

[WheresWaldo]

5 Hours in and they are still up. Stock clocks 442 gh/s each in the webui. Mining on WestHash.com (The North American version of NiceHash)

WestHash is showing 930 GH/s avg 5 min accepted speed. No rejects

Looking at the graphs on WestHash...and it looks like it running between 890 gh/s to 1000 gh/s

Firmware is 7-28-2014

Temps 40-43

I might try to overclock in a week. Gonna let these burn in and join the other 2 units later this week.

Bitmain you rock!


But damn if only there was a wifi antennae built into these suckers....

you can connect a wifi antenna... just search the thread about doing so.


this is your batch 4 shipment that you received right? you had mentioned it was a batch 5 unit(ships 8/7) so that confused me

[allcoinminer]

I have a Corsair 1200W Power supply. I used to load below 1000W on +12V rails.
Recently I noticed that one of the PCI-E power supply cable overheat a lot than all the other 5 PCI-E power cables.
I tried removing all other loads and justed tried with this overheating cable for various loads in this PSU.
Did what ever swapping and switchings I could do and found it as a cable problem.
I thoroughly inspected this faulty cable for any physical damages but couldn't find any.
This cable is only started using 2 months ago and its overheating from the first moment itself.
I suspect it as a clear case for warranty claim, looking for comments regarding this or your experience if any.

Use a multi meter and check it for high resistance.

edit- If its a modular cable that is.

What kind of overheating are you seeing? Exactly how hot is it getting?
If its only getting warm to the touch then I wouldn't worry too much.
If your PSU has split rails you probably just have one that's loaded down close to max or that particular cable has different gauge wire.

This is why I always cut and splice all of the connectors from any ATX or server PSU for my miners.
Get rid of what I don't need, weed out the low gauge wire, keep what I want. Helps with multiple 12+ rails as you can more easily load balance between them when you're literally picking which wires you want.

I know it seems like a pain in the ass, but I feel like most of you miners should have the electrical competency to cut, splice and test a 12+ power source.

The issue is not with the heating of the particular cable among the 6 PCI-E power cables.
The issue is why this particular wire is heating.
I already troubleshoot and cornered to the faulty cable and I think is a manufacturing defect as said in my early post.
When I troubleshoot, the PSU was only loaded 50% that is 600W on 1200W. Hope you missed the PSU model and link I added in the post later.
The Corsair AX1200 PSU is a Modular one. It has a single rail of +12V capable of handling upto 100.4A which can be loaded upto 1204.8Watts.
Also requested for an RMA with Corsair to replace the faulty cable.
http://www.corsair.com/en/professional-series-gold-ax1200-80-plus-gold-certified-fully-modular-power-supply

[Trademan1]

Do you know how long takes EMS delivery to arrive Europe?

2014-07-31  19:23:00                         Posting  
2014-07-31  19:44:00    SJYX             Despatch from Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:36:00    SHENZHEN     Arrival at Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:48:58    SHENZHEN     Despatch from Sorting Center  

Hopefully you've already received your units, EMS looks very slow.

My order is going via the long route using UPS. It is showing expected delivery in about 2 days to Australia.
That's after I pay what should be around $260 odd import tax as well for 4 x S3s.
Cant wait for Bitmain to go back to single unit orders. Don't think that's gonna happen though.
Single orders will get Aussie buyers under the $1000 import tax level. 

Mumbai, India  08/05/2014  1:52 P.M.  Departure Scan  
                       08/05/2014  12:08 P.M.  Arrival Scan  
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[oskuro]

Do you know how long takes EMS delivery to arrive Europe?

2014-07-31  19:23:00                         Posting  
2014-07-31  19:44:00    SJYX             Despatch from Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:36:00    SHENZHEN     Arrival at Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:48:58    SHENZHEN     Despatch from Sorting Center  

Hopefully you've already received your units, EMS looks very slow.

My order is going via the long route using UPS. It is showing expected delivery in about 2 days to Australia.
That's after I pay what should be around $260 odd import tax as well for 4 x S3s.
Cant wait for Bitmain to go back to single unit orders. Don't think that's gonna happen though.
Single orders will get Aussie buyers under the $1000 import tax level. 

Mumbai, India  08/05/2014  1:52 P.M.  Departure Scan  
                       08/05/2014  12:08 P.M.  Arrival Scan  
Bangkok, Thailand  08/05/2014  8:50 A.M.  Departure Scan  
                        08/05/2014  6:28 A.M.  Arrival Scan  
Shenzhen, China  08/05/2014  4:50 A.M.  Departure Scan  

i wanted to try with EMS just to see if i can avoid customs.... lets see

[allcoinminer]

Do you know how long takes EMS delivery to arrive Europe?

2014-07-31  19:23:00                         Posting 
2014-07-31  19:44:00    SJYX             Despatch from Sorting Center 
2014-07-31  21:36:00    SHENZHEN     Arrival at Sorting Center 
2014-07-31  21:48:58    SHENZHEN     Despatch from Sorting Center 

Hopefully you've already received your units, EMS looks very slow.

My order is going via the long route using UPS. It is showing expected delivery in about 2 days to Australia.
That's after I pay what should be around $260 odd import tax as well for 4 x S3s.
Cant wait for Bitmain to go back to single unit orders. Don't think that's gonna happen though.
Single orders will get Aussie buyers under the $1000 import tax level. 

Mumbai, India  08/05/2014  1:52 P.M.  Departure Scan 
                       08/05/2014  12:08 P.M.  Arrival Scan 
Bangkok, Thailand  08/05/2014  8:50 A.M.  Departure Scan 
                        08/05/2014  6:28 A.M.  Arrival Scan 
Shenzhen, China  08/05/2014  4:50 A.M.  Departure Scan 

i wanted to try with EMS just to see if i can avoid customs.... lets see

You cannot avoid any duty if you are shipping via EMS.

[opieum2]

I got an issue with one of my S3s. It does not hash at all. I can connect to it no problem. This one appears to have an issue where the unit does not hash at all. All the settings are identical to the other ones (minus the IP addresses which are statically assigned. I can connect to it from within my lan to get to the web interface. cgminer appears to be running but not hashing. Anyone run into this? It seems like it would be a quick fix. Thanks

Did you open it up and check the cables from the blades to the controller? You could try to reseat the cables as well. If that does not fix it the next step would be to swap out controllers to determine if it is the blade/s or controller. I did not cover the power supply verification as I am sure you have already been down that road. Please let us know what you find.

I will give that a try. I checked on the IP conflict and that was not an issue. I statically assign everything in my network so I know thats not it. But just the same I checked just in case. I will open it up and check it. I  will post back if that was the problem.

[oskuro]

Do you know how long takes EMS delivery to arrive Europe?

2014-07-31  19:23:00                         Posting  
2014-07-31  19:44:00    SJYX             Despatch from Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:36:00    SHENZHEN     Arrival at Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:48:58    SHENZHEN     Despatch from Sorting Center  

Hopefully you've already received your units, EMS looks very slow.

My order is going via the long route using UPS. It is showing expected delivery in about 2 days to Australia.
That's after I pay what should be around $260 odd import tax as well for 4 x S3s.
Cant wait for Bitmain to go back to single unit orders. Don't think that's gonna happen though.
Single orders will get Aussie buyers under the $1000 import tax level.  

Mumbai, India  08/05/2014  1:52 P.M.  Departure Scan  
                       08/05/2014  12:08 P.M.  Arrival Scan  
Bangkok, Thailand  08/05/2014  8:50 A.M.  Departure Scan  
                        08/05/2014  6:28 A.M.  Arrival Scan  
Shenzhen, China  08/05/2014  4:50 A.M.  Departure Scan  

i wanted to try with EMS just to see if i can avoid customs.... lets see

You cannot avoid any duty if you are shipping via EMS.

I have bought like 8 times in taobao, a chinese website for buying replica clothes, and many things, parcels of 8 kgs each, and i never had to pay for customs.

with ups yeah 3-4 days and i have to pay customs, thats why i wanted to test with EMS. Im from SPAIN

[kabopar]

Do you know how long takes EMS delivery to arrive Europe?

2014-07-31  19:23:00                         Posting  
2014-07-31  19:44:00    SJYX             Despatch from Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:36:00    SHENZHEN     Arrival at Sorting Center  
2014-07-31  21:48:58    SHENZHEN     Despatch from Sorting Center  

Hopefully you've already received your units, EMS looks very slow.

My order is going via the long route using UPS. It is showing expected delivery in about 2 days to Australia.
That's after I pay what should be around $260 odd import tax as well for 4 x S3s.
Cant wait for Bitmain to go back to single unit orders. Don't think that's gonna happen though.
Single orders will get Aussie buyers under the $1000 import tax level. 

Mumbai, India  08/05/2014  1:52 P.M.  Departure Scan  
                       08/05/2014  12:08 P.M.  Arrival Scan  
Bangkok, Thailand  08/05/2014  8:50 A.M.  Departure Scan  
                        08/05/2014  6:28 A.M.  Arrival Scan  
Shenzhen, China  08/05/2014  4:50 A.M.  Departure Scan  

I ordered S3's in pairs to Australia and so far it was always under the customs/GST threshold.  You probably paid because it was an order of 4 that clearly goes over that $1000 threshold.
Last B4 delivery was fairly fast by UPS.

Cheers